Planning a solo trip to Zagreb? Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Close Menu Home. Located in the north-west of the country, along the Sava river. The city is credited with the invention of the mechanical pencil by Slavoljub Penkala in While the horseshoe-shaped country is sited on the Balkan Peninsula along the Adriatic coast, the city is draped between the banks of the Sava River and the foothills of Mt.
Became the capital after Croatia split from the Republic of Yugoslavia. Spoken languages: Croatian English spoken by those in the tourism industry. Best time to visit: from May to September to make the most of the fresh spring days and clement summer nights. Getting to the city is relatively easy β a bus ride takes just 30 minutes. Buses leave every half hour from 5 AM to 8 PM, with tickets costing 30kn one-way.
Taxis charge kn. Slap bang in the heart of the city, with very clean rooms, welcoming staff and modern facilities. Book ahead to reserve your spot! Most hotels in Zagreb are located near the city centre, and are affordable compared to typical Western European prices. Gornji Grad or Upper Town is the historical and cultural half of the city, rich with Baroque architecture, unmissable landmarks, charming markets and authentic restaurants.
Donji Grad or Lower Town has a generous variety of central accommodation, particularly in the area of Glavni kolodvor. The Zagreb Card combines free access to public transportation with free or discounted entry at participating museums and attractions as well as discounts at restaurants and service providers. For information, check out the official website. ZET operates the well-developed public transportation system which includes buses, trams and cable cars using the same ticketing system. Tickets cost 12kn and are valid up to 90 minutes after validation, while a hour pass costs 40kn.
Map of Zones you will probably only visit Zone 1. Taxis charge a minimum starting fare of 9. Call or to pre-book. Alternatively, Uber is available in the city through their app. Night clubs : Masters Club, Depo klub. Zagreb City Museum introduces visitors to the cultural, artistic and historic patrimony of Zagreb dating back to the Roman Period. Art Pavilion in Zagreb is the oldest exhibition hall in the Slavic south, host to fine art belonging to 20 th century Croatia.
